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Jose Alvarez has a diverse background in environmental engineering and water management. Jose has worked as a Project Technical Lead at CDM Smith since 2022. Prior to that, they were the Director of Technology & Operations at Aclarity, LLC from 2021 to 2022, where they led various projects and managed the design process of a water technology system. From 2020 to 2021, Jose served as a Project Manager for the Water Practice Group at Wright-Pierce, overseeing multiple water treatment and infrastructure projects.

Jose also has experience in academia, working as an Adjunct Professor at Northeastern University from 2019 to 2020 and as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute from 2016 to 2017. Jose conducted research and mentored students in the field of environmental engineering during their time at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Earlier in their career, Jose worked as a Senior Project Manager for the City of Framingham, where they managed various water and sewer infrastructure projects and achieved significant cost savings. Jose also worked in private consulting and as a faculty member at Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar, where they conducted experiments, secured funding, and mentored students in the field of environmental engineering.

Additionally, Jose has experience as a freelance environmental engineer, performing studies, design, and analyses for water conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plants, and other projects. Jose also worked as a Senior Project Manager at Aguas De Cartagena S.A. E.S.P., overseeing the construction of wastewater treatment plants and sewer conveyance systems.

In 2004, Jose worked as an Authorized Distributor and Environmental Engineering Consultant at Baird Service CIA. Ltda., where they represented various water treatment solutions and offered environmental business solutions.

Overall, Jose Alvarez brings extensive experience in project management, water treatment, environmental engineering, and academia to their role as a Project Technical Lead at CDM Smith.

Jose Alvarez has an extensive education history in the field of civil engineering. Jose earned their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where they studied from 2011 to 2015. Prior to that, they obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology from Universidad Nacional de Colombia, where they studied from 2002 to 2004. Jose'seducation journey began with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Civil Engineering from Universidad de Cartagena - Colombia, where they studied from 1995 to 1999.

Additionally, Jose has obtained various certifications to enhance their professional credentials. Jose is a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of Massachusetts, having attained this designation in July 2017. Jose also holds the title of Professional Civil Engineer in the State of Rhode Island, which they obtained in May 2016. Furthermore, they have been certified as a Professional Civil Engineer by the Colombian Board of Professional Engineers since September 2000.

Jose has also participated in the Writing & Designing NSF Proposal Workshop provided by the Grant Training Center in October 2015. Furthermore, they have completed the OSHA 10 hour Construction Program, an occupational safety and health training, through the OSHA Safety Training Institute. The specific month and year for obtaining this certification were not provided.